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Professional Development

AMA Baltimore Launches a New Kind of Meetup

Sarah Little
Sarah Little
October 5, 2026
4 minute read

No speakers, no slides, just real conversation. Connect with your community at AMA Baltimore’s new Sips & Strategy meetup series.

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Marketing Trends Website + SEO

Why Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) Is a Marketer’s Superpower in 2026

Amy Barley
Amy Barley
June 20, 2026
4 minute read

Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is transforming how brands are discovered in an AI-driven world. As search engines and AI assistants increasingly deliver direct answers, marketers must focus on creating clear, credible, and structured content that earns trust, enhances visibility, and positions their brand as the answer users rely on.

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Professional Development

Beyond the Commercial Break: How AMA Baltimore and MICA Brought Creative Strategy to the Forefront

AMA Baltimore
AMA Baltimore
March 14, 2026
4 minute read

More than 100 marketers gathered at AMA Baltimore’s Big Game, Bigger Ads event to critique Super Bowl commercials and share insights on creativity and strategy. As Championship Sponsor, MICA highlighted its commitment to Baltimore’s creative community and debuted its MICA Pro commercial.

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Marketing Trends

Hashtags and Halftime Shows: What Actually Works When Marketing During the Super Bowl

Lisamarie Shires
Lisamarie Shires
January 19, 2026
5 minute read

A winning Super Bowl marketing strategy goes far beyond a 30-second commercial. Learn how hashtags, halftime moments, and real-time engagement turn attention into impact.

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Professional Development

The Power of Volunteering: How Giving Back Advances Your Career

Mallory Heinrich
Mallory Heinrich
January 14, 2026
4 minute read

In a remote-first world, volunteering offers more than a chance to give back—it creates real human connection, builds skills, and supports meaningful career growth.

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Marketing Trends

6 AI Tools That Actually Transform Marketing Efficiency

Moni Oloyede
Moni Oloyede
December 14, 2025
5 minute read

Marketing leaders are under pressure to scale impact without scaling headcount. These six AI tools help teams increase efficiency, streamline workflows, and stay human-first in an AI-driven world.

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Marketing Trends

The More Things Change: AMA Baltimore’s MX Awards at 40

Yes&
Yes&
November 5, 2025
5 minute read

Fresh off a Grand MX win, Yes& Agency looks back on four decades of marketing evolution and makes the case for why awards like the MX Awards 2025 still matter.

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Social Media Marketing

Beyond the Algorithm: What Really Drives Social Media Success

Erin Hamilton
Erin Hamilton
September 21, 2025
6 minute read

Chasing trends won’t grow your brand—strategy will. Learn why social media success depends on authenticity, audience alignment, and long-term connection, not just going viral.

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Professional Development

Dear Future Marketer: Here’s What Actually Matters

Marina Cooper
Marina Cooper
September 4, 2025
5 minute read

Starting your marketing career? AMA Baltimore Board President Marina Cooper shares six essential skills every new marketer needs to succeed—from showing up and problem-solving to continuous learning and building a strong network.

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